Child Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar overview

Revolution Health

Find out more about child bipolar disorder with this link-laden overview.

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Oldie but goodie

Psychiatry Times

Although this article is over ten years old, it succinctly addresses the issues surrounding child bipolar disorder. Sadly, not much has changed.

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A child with bipolar disorder might read neutral faces as hostile, affecting her interactions with others. Learn more with this recent study.

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Support for parents

New Scientist

It's not easy caring for a child with bipolar disorder. In this group, you can share stories and get advice from other parents going through the same struggles.

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If your child has bipolar disorder, let teachers and school officials know, so that special allowances and accommodations can be made.

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Do you see something different in your child? Watch this clip of an upcoming documentary about children with bipolar disorder and their families.

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Has your child recently received a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, but you don't know how to explain it to him? Maybe this site can help.

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Learn more about your child and bipolar disorder, with this nicely-designed and easy-to-navigate Web site.

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Even though patients may not be accurately diagnosed until early adulthood, they might have had symptoms of bipolar disorder as a child.

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Does your child with bipolar disorder crave carbs? Intense carbohydrate cravings in people with bipolar disorder is not unheard of. Is it a symptom or side effect?

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A diagnosis of bipolar disorder in your child is difficult to deal with. This PDF file helps parents explain bipolar disorder and includes patient drawings.

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Was your child diagnosed with ADHD and then bipolar disorder? Many children actually have a dual diagnosis. Find out more about the similarities and differences.

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While this video doesn't specifically address child bipolar disorder, it does give a glimpse into the lives of families struggling with childhood mental illness.

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From symptoms, to differential diagnosis, to finding the right doctor, learn more about caring for your child with bipolar disorder.

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Antidepressants might not alleviate symptoms of depression or stimulate mania in people on mood stabilizers. How will this finding affect the treatment of child bipolar disorder?

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